Green Beans with Sweet-and-Sour Red Onions

On our way home from Shane’s triathlon last weekend, we passed a farmer’s market I’d never visited and he was nice enough to stop so I could browse. I picked up lots of great produce, including these green beans. I wanted to do something other than simply steam them, which is what I’d typically do, so I flipped through The Bon Appetit: Fast Easy Fresh Cookbook looking for ideas. I love red onions, so choosing this recipe was a no-brainer. It came together quickly with just a few ingredients and the result was fantastic! I loved the colors and the flavor combination – this would definitely make a great side dish for any occasion!

Melt butter in large heavy skillet over high heat. Add onion, marjoram and crushed red pepper. Saute until onion begins to soften, about 2 minutes. Add vinegar and sugar. Stir until sauce thickens, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add beans; toss to coat and heat through, about 1 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.